STEM Ambassadors
(Bedfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex, Hertfordshire, Norfolk & Suffolk).
Ambassadors are volunteers from a broad range of jobs and backgrounds who are passionate about inspiring young people to pursue science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) studies and careers.
What do STEM Ambassadors do?
Evidence shows that 90% of young people who engage with STEM Ambassadors say that it increases their engagement with STEM, helping them to make informed decisions about their future careers.
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As professionals and specialists in their field, STEM Ambassadors bring real-life industry experience into context and enrich young people’s knowledge of the breadth of STEM-related careers and opportunities available.
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Helping with a variety of activities inside & outside the classroom, from STEM Clubs to speed networking, mentoring, large festivals, fairs & STEM resource support.
STEM Clubs
STEM Ambassador Benefits
Achieve a better understanding of the educational system and the needs of young people
Professional development benefits include :
- Planning skills: Gain a fresh perspective on day-to-day work when seen through the eyes of students.
- Lots of fun: Enjoy a sense of achievement after delivering an activity.
- Strengthen communication: Help to make a difference in the local community.
Meet a STEM Ambassador
Toddler and Early Years STEAM Sessions
A short background
Sandra Beale is a mum of three with a background in Psychology. She started Toddler and Early Years STEAM sessions when her middle son was 9 months old. He’s 9 now!
What started as entertainment solely for her baby soon grew after visiting friends were amazed at a 9-month-old doing science experiments and wanted their children to participate in the sessions.
Since then, the free Monday morning sessions have grown and have appeared several times on the BBC, BBC Tiny Happy People, BBC Radio, BBC Breakfast, Early Years TV and local newspapers and national and local magazines.
Employer's Benefits
By encouraging employees to join the STEM Ambassadors Programme
Employers are proactively supporting their organisation and people through passing on:
- Career development opportunities
- Increasing community profile and contributing to society and future generations
- Raising interest among future generations as potential employees in the sector
- Achieving a better understanding of the educational system
The STEM Learning Platform is your go to place for finding and recording your STEM Activity.
Frequently Asked Questions
Potential STEM Ambassador → How can I register as a STEM Ambassador?
→ Via the stem.org.uk webpage using the small round icon in the top right corner or this
https://www.stem.org.uk/user/register
How do I log into my STEM Ambassador account?
→ Via the stem.org.uk webpage using the small round icon in the top right corner or this
link https://www.stem.org.uk/dashboard
What if I have questions about volunteering?
Who do I contact for further support?
→ Stem-ambassadors@stem.org.uk or 01904 328340
Where can I access Ambassador training?
Where can I ask questions to the STEM Ambassador community?
Where can I find training and resources?
The STEM Ambassador Community has tons of useful information:
→ Useful resources:
https://community.stem.org.uk/stemambassadors/communities/ambassadortraining?
CommunityKey=4819d871-5137-412e-aca6-c029944c3d8b
→ Links to online e-learning courses:
https://community.stem.org.uk/stemambassadors/communities/ambassadortraining/e
learning
→ Links to live online support and guidance sessions:
https://community.stem.org.uk/stemambassadors/communities/ambassadortraining/s
upportsessions
→ News and Support Group:
https://community.stem.org.uk/stemambassadors/communities/ambassador-
subject-group-home?CommunityKey=da998c8b-48d3-4179-a355-fd77f2144910
Who do I contact for further support?
→ Stem-ambassadors@stem.org.uk or 01904 328340
Who do I contact for further support?
Stem-ambassadors@stem.org.uk or 01904 328340